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A couple who have been searching for almost a year for a house that fits their budget in Marina del Rey, Cal., have a wish list that includes scenic views of nature, an open-concept kitchen, lots of light, a fireplace and a pool.

A couple who have been searching for almost a year for a house that fits their budget in Marina del Rey, Cal., have a wish list that includes scenic views of nature, an open-concept kitchen, lots of light, a fireplace and a pool.

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A Chicago couple want more space now that they are expecting their second child. Once they find a home that's nearly the place of their dreams, they get to work making it perfect, but encounter a few setbacks, including plumbing issues and unexpected expenses, along the way.

A Chicago couple want more space now that they are expecting their second child. Once they find a home that's nearly the place of their dreams, they get to work making it perfect, but encounter a few setbacks, including plumbing issues and unexpected expenses, along the way.

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A couple who want to start a family search Long Beach for a house with an updated kitchen, large master suite, and spacious yard, all on a first-time buyers' budget. Once they make a purchase, they take on a major remodel and encounter wiring issues and layout concerns.

A couple who want to start a family search Long Beach for a house with an updated kitchen, large master suite, and spacious yard, all on a first-time buyers' budget. Once they make a purchase, they take on a major remodel and encounter wiring issues and layout concerns.

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A couple who are about to become parents need to find a home fast after selling their condo quicker than expected. They search California's San Fernando Valley for a place with a spacious kitchen and large yard, which they renovate to make their own.

A couple who are about to become parents need to find a home fast after selling their condo quicker than expected. They search California's San Fernando Valley for a place with a spacious kitchen and large yard, which they renovate to make their own.

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A family of three want out of their cramped condo and into a single-family home with more space and a yard. With a budget of $1.3 million, their real-estate agent still has her work cut out for her considering their wish lists and desire to live in Culver City, Cal. Later, an overhaul of the kitchen doesn't go smoothly.

A family of three want out of their cramped condo and into a single-family home with more space and a yard. With a budget of $1.3 million, their real-estate agent still has her work cut out for her considering their wish lists and desire to live in Culver City, Cal. Later, an overhaul of the kitchen doesn't go smoothly.

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Chicago newlyweds search for a home in the city where they can start a family together. But finding a place that suits them both and that's also close to transportation and in their budget is no easy task. Later, they face plumbing, structural and budget issues, all before they even finish demo.

Chicago newlyweds search for a home in the city where they can start a family together. But finding a place that suits them both and that's also close to transportation and in their budget is no easy task. Later, they face plumbing, structural and budget issues, all before they even finish demo.

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A world traveler moves back to Southern California to be near family. With the help of her mom, she searches for a Spanish-style home with architectural and eclectic details, plus an updated kitchen, two bathrooms and a pool.

A world traveler moves back to Southern California to be near family. With the help of her mom, she searches for a Spanish-style home with architectural and eclectic details, plus an updated kitchen, two bathrooms and a pool.

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A high-maintenance Chicago couple are on very different pages when it comes to buying and renovating their first home together. One thing they can agree on, though, is that they need plenty of bathroom space for their morning routines.

A high-maintenance Chicago couple are on very different pages when it comes to buying and renovating their first home together. One thing they can agree on, though, is that they need plenty of bathroom space for their morning routines.

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The search for a single-family home in Burbank, Cal., ends with a couple finding a house with the perfect amount of potential to suit all their needs. Once the sale is made, a massive overhaul of the kitchen, guest bathroom and living spaces gets underway; and the new owners deal with budget-busting structural issues and some tough design decisions.

The search for a single-family home in Burbank, Cal., ends with a couple finding a house with the perfect amount of potential to suit all their needs. Once the sale is made, a massive overhaul of the kitchen, guest bathroom and living spaces gets underway; and the new owners deal with budget-busting structural issues and some tough design decisions.

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A city girl and a country boy search for a large fixer-upper that mixes farmhouse with midcentury style in Austin. Their must-have list includes lots of land, a nice master suite and space for their annual holiday party, which is fast approaching.

A city girl and a country boy search for a large fixer-upper that mixes farmhouse with midcentury style in Austin. Their must-have list includes lots of land, a nice master suite and space for their annual holiday party, which is fast approaching.